A NEW mural on Excelsior Drive’s long-standing milk bar marks the arrival of recycled water to Frankston North’s sporting reserves and community facilities.
The artwork was painted by street artist Jimmy Dvate, who has been creating large-scale public murals since 1997 and is known across Australia and internationally for his photo-realistic style.
The mural depicts the local sporting clubs and The National Golf Course – Long Island, which benefit from the scheme.
“I was proud to undertake this project to help tell the story of the importance of water in our everyday lives,” said Dvate.
The mural was commissioned as part of the $5m Monterey Recycled Water Scheme, delivered by South East Water in partnership with Frankston City Council.
The scheme supplies about 98 megalitres of Class A recycled water each year through a 2.3km pipeline, completed in April 2026.
The Victorian Government contributed $1.3m to the project, with the remainder funded by South East Water, Frankston City Council and project partners.
South East Water Liveable Water Solutions General Manager Charlie Littlefair said the mural was a reminder of the recycled water now flowing in Frankston.
“We’re proud to be delivering for our customers by providing a secure, sustainable recycled water source for local sporting clubs, keeping community spaces greener, thriving and more liveable.”
Frankston Council Mayor Cr Sue Baker said the mural reflected the thinking behind the Monterey scheme.
“It’s a symbol of sustainability, resilience and community pride, celebrating a project that will benefit Frankston City for generations to come.
“Recycled water flowing to our sport precincts represents significant progress toward securing greener, more resilient open spaces for future generations.”
The National Golf Course – Long Island is the first customer to connect, with Frankston Council community facilities to follow.
First published in the Frankston Times – 28 July 2026